Jim Mees
Set designer for Broadway productions
Born
August 10th, 1955
69 years ago
Died
2013
12 years ago — 58 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A set designer contributed to numerous significant Broadway productions. Contributions included designing sets for notable works such as 'Les Misérables' and 'The Lion King'. His work helped enhance the overall aesthetic and storytelling of these performances.
Designed sets for 'Les Misérables'
Designed sets for 'The Lion King'
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